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I picked lots of charities in the past which I intended funding….”stashes” usually ended up in the slot machines!
Just sayin’ !Craig, I’m popping in to say, I really admire your efforts and determination.
It is easy to stop gambling, but STAYING stopped requires honesty, openness and accountability .
You are an inspiration.
Stay focused!Could you let her have your car for a few months to ease her pressure, Lizbeth?
Because you are a CG, Jack
(same as me!)
And because booze and gambling make bad bedfellows.
Back to the Drawing Board.
We can’t have the “drug” without the hangover!
When it becomes painful and we suffer enough, we will quit.
Not until then!
that’s been my experience.Steve, why not go to the GP. Lay your cards on the table. Tell him everything and ask for a sick cert.
You can’t work under those conditions.
you need HELP!Get the picture, Monica? Thanks for listening! And that’s only the tip of the icebeg!
Glad you were well enough to go out today, Monica.
Would you believe, I never had a pedicure or manicure or facial IN MY LIFE!!!!
I got my ears pierced when I was 60 and they got badly infected.
When I get my hair done, I feel guilty for spending the money when I have so much debt.
Yet, I “donated”a six figure sum to scum bag casino owners, (I don’t use that word lightly-these really are dodgy guys)
That portrays a very flawed personality . In other areas of my life I actually present as “normal”! LOL!
I do confess to spending money on “posh” clothes and shoes but as often as not, they are left in a wardrobe! I tell myself I will wear them when I lose weight. Another illusion.
I just thought, Monica, what would have happened if the posh shop next door had been a casino?
Would you have been tempted?
You obviously had access to quite a bit of dosh!Well done on getting a job so quickly, Lizbeth. I hope it works out. Baby minding can be very difficult. It would be hard not to become emotionally involved and especially if the parents are bringing their personal difficulties into the situation. My heart would be broken for the little baby if I even got a hint of neglect or carelessness on their part. I would get over involved. She seems quite manipulative. It is no co incidence that she would text you about the weekend seeing that you looked after her child free of charge! I can see exactly why you would not want to take her money but it’s all about boundaries , Liz! You were employed to take care of that baby. You entered a financial arrangement. They broke the terms and conditions. Not you, so why put yourself on the backfoot. I’m not judging or criticizing BUT I feel you need to reflect on that….so do I, because I do similar things all the time. People like us can be quickly taken advantage of , Lizbeth. We need to toughen up!! It’s a big bad world out there. God help that little baby!
Just tell the parents that as much as you love taking care of THEIR baby, you have a life of your own.
Tell them you will have t charge double time for every hour after 5pm.
In my experience NO money would pay for the huge responsibility of looking after a precious baby.
Don’t let them take advantage, Lizbeth.
Start as you mean to continue.
“The Labourer is worthy of his hire”!Great post, Tango.
The “Not this time” feeling is worth a thousand “wins”!
Nice combination of purchases…light bulbs and scourers are especially symbolic!You are wise, SJ!
The GA literature says “don’t tempt or test yourself”
I did both lately and it ended in ruins.It’s not a crime to be a bit late on bills, Lizbeth. Pay the essentials. Don’t play into their hands. Some of these corporate bodies are ruthless. You have no intention of embezzling them . Don’t allow them to demoralize you. You still have your dignity. I have to say that listening around the rooms in GA it is apparent that the members who “go by the book” are the people who succeed in staying free of gambling. Those who adapt the “My way or the highway “approach often find ourselves in deep s%&* after a while. Do you still attend GA? Even if you listen and read the literature, your mindset will gradually change. I’m heard the least likely people coming out with very profound insights. Stay focused Liz. You will get the better of this addiction. The baby is lucky to get you as a minder. You are a very kind person and well experienced with babies. Bills come and go, Liz. They will be all paid of in God’s own time. Trust in Him to keep you on the straight and narrow.One day at a time. I’m praying for you.
Well done on getting a job, Lizbeth. Taking care of a baby is a VERY important job. No money would pay you for the huge responsibility involved. Now for the “advice”. Open an account (Post Office is probably the easiest) with 2 names. Perhaps your mam or you daughter. Lodge the money as you get paid and forget about it. You will be surprised at how quickly it mounts up. With 2 signatures required you will never gamble one cent of that money. Think of how fit you will be crawling after a growing baby and taking him for walks in a stroller. A new start, Lizbeth. This is great news.The last thing you need is a ton of money. Look on this a a privilege.
….I can’t stop, either, Lizbeth IF I start. I have come to the conclusion that the first thought, is the big danger . As soon as I dwell on that thought, I’m OFF! All I can say is I am really sorry you let your guard down. The only thing you can do is move on and start again. Gambling is a scourge for a CG! It will never be fun, once we have crossed that proverbial line.
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